Program Coordinator

About the role

Founded in 1855, The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) offers a highly personalized and collaborative liberal arts education with over 7,400 undergraduates and 700 graduate students. The college is consistently ranked among the top comprehensive colleges in the nation, known for its small class sizes, low student-faculty ratio, and immersive living-learning experience. With a 4-year graduation rate ranked #1 in New Jersey and #9 among U.S. public institutions, TCNJ is a model for public higher education.

Position Overview

Working closely with the Energy Program Manager, the Program Coordinator will undertake the following types of tasks:

• Technical assistance to local government clients on energy sustainability topics
• Conduct research on policies and best practices
• Write reports with analysis and recommendations
• Audit projects and documentation of municipal and school program participants
• Organize and implement outreach and training activities such as workshops and public presentations
• Assist with gathering internal data for periodic grant reporting and other data needs

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to municipalities and schools to assist them in implementing energy and sustainability policies and completing Sustainable Jersey actions
• Conduct research on policies and best practices
• Write reports with analysis and recommendations
• Audit projects and documentation of municipal and school program participants
• Assist with outreach activity including development and implementation of workshops and trainings
• Assist Program Manager with gathering internal data for periodic grant reporting and other data needs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as public policy, urban planning, engineering, environmental science, public or business administration. Associate’s degree in a related field plus a minimum of three to five years of full-time work experience in a relevant field.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate complex policy issues for non-specialist audiences in presentations and reports.
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities, organize meetings, and manage multiple contact networks.
• Ability to conduct applied research and synthesize findings for non-specialist audiences in written reports and public presentations or to apply directly to assisting local government.
• Ability to learn quickly and work well in a fast-paced team environment.
• Expertise in sustainable development practices, particularly in energy related topics such as energy efficiency, renewable energy technologies, and alternative fuel vehicles.
• Ability to provide guidance and support to municipalities and schools.
• Familiarity with New Jersey energy programs and policies is desired.
• Ability to communicate clearly via phone and email with municipal and school staff and community volunteers on program requirements.
• Responsive to inquiries in timely fashion.
• Ability to make presentations for different audiences having varying levels of knowledge about sustainability and energy programs and policies.
• Ability to conduct and analyze research, and effectively communicate findings both orally and in writing.
• Proficient in project implementation and coordination.
• Capable of organizing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently on assigned research tasks, including identifying resources, case studies, and related policy and program material.

Preferred

• Master's degree in a related field is beneficial.

Employment at TCNJ

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Accommodation

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.

Employee Benefits

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.